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Department of Health - Press Releasesen-usrihelp@egov.comConsumers Advised to Avoid Carancis Bread ProductsThe Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) is advising the public to not consume any products manufactured by Dupras Baking Co. of Woonsocket, Rhode Island. Dupras makes rolls and bread products and sells them under the brand name Carancis.
This advisory is being issued due to potential...Fri, 13 Sep 2019 19:15:00 GMThttp://www.ri.gov/press/view/36722
Mosquito Spraying Planned for a Second Night in Areas of Critical EEE RiskThe dispersal of aerial mosquito treatments in four areas that state officials have determined to be at critical risk for the Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) virus will continue Monday night after a successful first phase of the spraying plan Sunday night.
On Sunday night and early Monday...Mon, 09 Sep 2019 19:15:00 GMThttp://www.ri.gov/press/view/36683
Blue-Green Algae Bloom in Little Pond in WarwickThe Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) and the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) are advising people to avoid contact with Little Pond (also known as Sandy Pond) in Warwick due to a blue-green algae (or cyanobacteria) bloom in the pond. Blue-green algae can produce...Fri, 06 Sep 2019 20:45:00 GMThttp://www.ri.gov/press/view/36667
RIDOH Confirms First Human Case of Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE); DEM Ramps up Mosquito Testing and Control MeasuresToday the Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) announced the state's first human case of Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) in a person over the age of 50 from West Warwick. This is the first human case of EEE in Rhode Island since 2010. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC),...Fri, 30 Aug 2019 20:15:00 GMThttp://www.ri.gov/press/view/36627
Consumers Advised to Avoid Unsealed Food from We Share HopeThe Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) is advising consumers to avoid eating food products that are not commercially sealed from We Share Hope of Warren and East Providence, RI because it has the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
Various food products were...Thu, 29 Aug 2019 19:45:00 GMThttp://www.ri.gov/press/view/36618
RIDOH Recommends 'Smart Scheduling' For Outdoor ActivitiesThe Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) recommended to schools and municipal leaders today that games, practices, and other outdoor activities scheduled to occur during early morning or dusk hours be rescheduled to earlier in the afternoon or relocated to an indoor venue. The 'smart...Mon, 26 Aug 2019 19:15:00 GMThttp://www.ri.gov/press/view/36599
CDC and FDA Investigating Cluster of Pulmonary Illnesses and E-cigarette UseAugust 26, 2019--The Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) is advising the public that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) are investigating a cluster of pulmonary illnesses possibly related to e-cigarette use, or "vaping."...Mon, 26 Aug 2019 16:30:00 GMThttp://www.ri.gov/press/view/36597
Rhode Island Seeing Increase in Non-Fatal OverdosesIn light of recent increases in opioid overdose-related emergency department visits, the Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) is cautioning all Rhode Islanders that law enforcement is reporting an increase in the circulation of counterfeit pills that contain fentanyl.
Hospitals in Rhode...Wed, 21 Aug 2019 17:15:00 GMThttp://www.ri.gov/press/view/36562
Grained Salmon Caviar RecalledThe Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) is advising consumers that Awers is recalling Grained Salmon Caviar 95g (Sockeye Salmon Caviar) with "BEST BEFORE OCT 07 2020" because it has the potential to be contaminated with Clostridium botulinum, a bacterium which can cause life-threatening...Fri, 16 Aug 2019 21:00:00 GMThttp://www.ri.gov/press/view/36536
RIDOH and DEM Recommend Avoiding Contact with Carbuncle Pond in Coventry and Additional Bodies of WaterThe Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) and the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) advise people to avoid contact with Carbuncle Pond in Coventry because of potential risks from blue-green algae. The advisories that RIDOH and DEM have issued for several other bodies of...Fri, 16 Aug 2019 21:00:00 GMThttp://www.ri.gov/press/view/36537
Boil Water Notice Issued for Central Beach Fire District CustomersThe Central Beach Fire District in Charlestown has issued a boil water notice to its customers because E. coli bacteria was found in the water supply. The water system serves approximately 166 homes.
All water used for consumption is required to be boiled vigorously, for at least one minute....Fri, 16 Aug 2019 18:15:00 GMThttp://www.ri.gov/press/view/36533
Health Advisory for Berkley Jensen Pig Ears Dog ChewsThe Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) is advising the public to not feed Berkley Jensen Pig Ears Dog Chews packed for BJ's Wholesale Club with lot codes G1 0319 and G1 3548 to their pets.
This advisory is being issued due to the potential presence of Salmonella, which was discovered...Fri, 16 Aug 2019 16:30:00 GMThttp://www.ri.gov/press/view/36531
RIDOH and DEM Recommend Avoiding Contact with Roger Williams Park Ponds and Additional Bodies of WaterThe Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) and the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) advise people to avoid contact with Polo Lake and the Japanese Gardens in Roger Williams Park in Providence because of potential risks from blue-green algae. Georgiaville Pond in...Thu, 15 Aug 2019 20:45:00 GMThttp://www.ri.gov/press/view/36523
Consumers Warned to Not Drink Miracle or Master Mineral Solution ProductsThe Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) is advising consumers that they should not drink products marketed as Miracle or Master Mineral Solution, or other sodium chlorite products. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has received many reports that these products, sold online as "...Tue, 13 Aug 2019 18:45:00 GMThttp://www.ri.gov/press/view/36512
RIDOH and DEM Recommend Avoiding Contact with Seven Waterbodies, Including Three in Roger Williams Park due to Blue-green AlgaeThe Department of Health and the Department of Environmental Management advise people to avoid contact with seven waterbodies because of potential risks from blue-green algae. These include:
Almy Pond, Newport
Sisson Pond, Portsmouth
JL Curran Reservoir, Cranston
Mashapaug Pond. Providence
Fri, 09 Aug 2019 19:30:00 GMThttp://www.ri.gov/press/view/36494
RIDOH and DEM Recommend Lifting Restrictions for Blue-green Algae in Georgiaville PondThe Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) and the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) recommend lifting the advisory restricting recreational activities at Georgiaville Pond in Smithfield. The advisory was put in place because of high levels of blue-green algae, also known Fri, 02 Aug 2019 20:45:00 GMThttp://www.ri.gov/press/view/36446
Lennox Recalling Pig Ears Dog TreatsThe Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) is advising consumers that the company Lennox is recalling its Natural Pig Ears dog treats because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. Salmonella can affect animals eating the product and there is risk to humans from handling...Wed, 31 Jul 2019 20:15:00 GMThttp://www.ri.gov/press/view/36426
RIDOH Advancing Viral Hepatitis EffortsAs states across the country respond to hepatitis A outbreaks and steep increases in the number of new hepatitis C infections, the Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) continues to advance several strategies to prevent new cases and eliminate viral hepatitis in Rhode Island.
Hepatitis is an Fri, 26 Jul 2019 17:45:00 GMThttp://www.ri.gov/press/view/36389
RIDOH Urges Precautions to Prevent Heat-related IllnessThe Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) urges all Rhode Islanders to take certain precautions over the coming days to keep themselves, their loved ones, and their neighbors safe during the extreme heat.
"Extreme heat can be a serious health concern for anyone. However, extreme heat can be...Thu, 18 Jul 2019 19:15:00 GMThttp://www.ri.gov/press/view/36323
Bison Burgers and Ground Bison RecalledThe Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) is advising consumers that Northfork Bison Distributions is recalling bison burgers and ground bison because they have the potential to be contaminated with E. coli: O121 and O103.
This form of E. coli may cause diarrheal illness. Although most...Wed, 17 Jul 2019 17:30:00 GMThttp://www.ri.gov/press/view/36311
Hummus Products Recalled Because of Listeria ConcernsThe Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) is advising consumers that Pita Pal Foods is recalling certain hummus products due to Listeria monocytogenes concerns.
The products were made between May 30, 2019 and June 25, 2019. They were sold under the brand names Bucee's, Fresh Thyme, Harris...Wed, 17 Jul 2019 16:15:00 GMThttp://www.ri.gov/press/view/36309
Blue-Green Algae Bloom in Georgiaville Pond in SmithfieldThe Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) and the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) are advising people to avoid contact with Georgiaville Pond in Smithfield due to a blue-green algae (or cyanobacteria) bloom in the pond. Blue-green algae can produce toxins, including...Wed, 10 Jul 2019 20:15:00 GMThttp://www.ri.gov/press/view/36273
Rhode Islanders Urged to Take Precautions in Potter PondThe Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) is advising members of the public to take precautions when in Potter Pond in South Kingstown after five people were treated in the emergency department over the past three days for jellyfish stings.
Patients' symptoms and their descriptions of the...Fri, 05 Jul 2019 21:15:00 GMThttp://www.ri.gov/press/view/36246
Pet Supplies Plus Recalling Pig Ear ProductsThe Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) is advising pet owners that Pet Supplies Plus is recalling bulk pig ear products due to the potential for Salmonella contamination. Salmonella can affect animals eating the products and there is risk to humans from handling contaminated pet products,...Fri, 05 Jul 2019 15:15:00 GMThttp://www.ri.gov/press/view/36244
Simmons Farm Recalling Certain Cheese ProductsThe Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) is advising consumers that Simmons Organic Farm is recalling all flavors and sizes of Chevrie goat cheese and cow's milk cheddar dated on or after June 1, 2019 because of potentially improper pasteurization. Simmons Organic Farm is located in Middletown,Wed, 03 Jul 2019 20:15:00 GMThttp://www.ri.gov/press/view/36235
RIDOH and DEM Recommend Avoiding Contact with Melville PondThe Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) and the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) are advising people to avoid contact with Melville Pond in Portsmouth due to a blue-green algae (or cyanobacteria) bloom in the pond. Blue-green algae can produce toxins that can harm...Tue, 02 Jul 2019 21:45:00 GMThttp://www.ri.gov/press/view/36229
Growers Express Recalls Multiple Fresh Vegetable ProductsThe Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) is advising consumers that Growers Express is recalling several select fresh vegetable products, including packaged varieties of butternut squash, cauliflower, zucchini, and a butternut squashed based veggie bowl. This recalling was issued because these Tue, 02 Jul 2019 14:15:00 GMThttp://www.ri.gov/press/view/36225
Rhode Islanders Advised to Not Eat Papayas from MexicoThe Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) is advising consumers to not eat any whole, fresh papayas from Mexico. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has sent out an alert with the same message for consumers in Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania.
Fri, 28 Jun 2019 20:30:00 GMThttp://www.ri.gov/press/view/36200
Cities and Towns Examine Local Overdose Prevention and Response PlansMunicipal officials, first responders, and treatment and recovery specialists were among the more than 300 people from throughout the state who gathered today to learn from the overdose prevention and response work happening in Rhode Island's cities and towns.
Convened by Governor Gina M....Tue, 25 Jun 2019 20:30:00 GMThttp://www.ri.gov/press/view/36173
RIDOH and DEM Remind Rhode Islanders About Algae Blooms With the weather turning warmer and recreational activities on Rhode Island's lakes, ponds, and rivers increasing, the Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) and the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) are reminding everyone to be on the lookout for harmful algae blooms on...Fri, 21 Jun 2019 17:30:00 GMThttp://www.ri.gov/press/view/36148
UNFI Recalling Woodstock Frozen Organic Grilled Red PeppersThe Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) is advising consumers that UNFI is recalling its 10-ounce packages of Woodstock frozen Organic Grilled Red Peppers because they have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
The product comes in a 10-ounce plastic package marked...Wed, 19 Jun 2019 20:15:00 GMThttp://www.ri.gov/press/view/36127
RIDOH Helps Prepare Long-Term Care Facilities with Evacuation ExerciseTo help nursing homes, assisted living communities, and other long-term care facilities prepare for and respond to a natural disaster, the Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) and the Healthcare Coalition of Rhode Island (HCRI) conducted evacuation exercises at facilities throughout the state...Wed, 19 Jun 2019 17:45:00 GMThttp://www.ri.gov/press/view/36126
Pillsbury Bread Flour Being RecalledThe Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) is advising consumers that certain Pillsbury Best 5 lb. Bread Flour products are being recalled due to a potential presence of pathogenic E. coli.
The following products are affected:
- UPC code - 0 5150020031 5; Lot code - 8 342; Use-by date -...Mon, 17 Jun 2019 15:15:00 GMThttp://www.ri.gov/press/view/36111
King Arthur Flour Recalling Unbleached All-Purpose FlourThe Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) is advising consumers that King Arthur Flour, Inc. is recalling 14,218 cases of 5 lb. Unbleached All-Purpose Flour due to the potential presence of Escherichia coli bacteria (E. coli).
The recalled Unbleached All-Purpose Flour (5 lb.) was...Fri, 14 Jun 2019 15:45:00 GMThttp://www.ri.gov/press/view/36096
Rhode Islanders Reminded About Food Safety PrecautionsWith the summer approaching, the Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) is reminding all Rhode Islanders to help keep themselves and their family members healthy and safe by taking certain precautions when storing and preparing food.
"Healthy eating is not only about choosing nutritious...Fri, 07 Jun 2019 17:15:00 GMThttp://www.ri.gov/press/view/36043
Whole Foods Market Recalling Basil and Tomato PestoThe Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) is advising consumers that Whole Foods Market stores in the northeast are recalling the retailer's specialty made in-house basil pesto and specialty made in-house sundried tomato pesto because the products may contain undeclared milk and tree nuts (...Thu, 06 Jun 2019 20:30:00 GMThttp://www.ri.gov/press/view/36033
ADM Milling Co. and ALDI Recall All Purpose Flour from Northeastern US: RIDOH Contributes to Multi-State InvestigationThe Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) is advising consumers that ADM Milling Co. and ALDI have recalled five-pound bags of Bakers Corner All Purpose Flour sold at retail locations in the northeastern United States because it may be contaminated with E. coli.
This is an update to a...Fri, 24 May 2019 21:45:00 GMThttp://www.ri.gov/press/view/35940
Health Advisory About Baker's Corner FlourThe Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) is advising people to not consume flour from five-pound bags of Baker's Corner All Purpose Flour packed for ALDI with lot code L18A02B and a "best if used by" date of December 02, 2019.
This advisory is being issued because of the potential presence...Wed, 22 May 2019 21:00:00 GMThttp://www.ri.gov/press/view/35910
Karawan Brand Tahini RecalledA recall has been issued for Karawan brand Tahini sold in 16-ounce jars and 39-pound buckets that were imported from Palestine between December 2018 and January 2019. These products have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal...Fri, 17 May 2019 17:00:00 GMThttp://www.ri.gov/press/view/35877
RIDOH Announces New Health Equity ZonesThe Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) today announced that it is expanding support and funding to three new communities to establish Health Equity Zones. East Providence, Cranston, and Providence's West End neighborhood were chosen through a competitive process that drew nearly 20...Mon, 06 May 2019 13:45:00 GMThttp://www.ri.gov/press/view/35794
Rhode Island Teens Kick Butts with Zombie Walk and State House RallyDressed as zombies representing smokers risen from the dead, dozens of Rhode Island teenagers held a Kick Butts Day Zombie Walk at the Rhode Island State House today to warn the living about the dangers of tobacco and e-cigarette use.
The event culminated with a rally where the teens called on...Thu, 02 May 2019 21:15:00 GMThttp://www.ri.gov/press/view/35775
Flu No Longer Widespread in Rhode IslandThe Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) has alerted healthcare providers that the flu is no longer widespread in Rhode Island, which means that healthcare workers who have not been immunized against the flu are no longer required to wear surgical masks during direct patient contact.
The...Thu, 25 Apr 2019 16:45:00 GMThttp://www.ri.gov/press/view/35724
RIDOH Launches New Opioid Public Awareness CampaignThe Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) today launched Over the Dose RI, a multi-channel education campaign designed to reduce the misuse and abuse of opioid pain medications by Rhode Islanders ages 18 to 50. The announcement was made at the monthly meeting of Governor Gina Raimondo's...Wed, 10 Apr 2019 21:30:00 GMThttp://www.ri.gov/press/view/35635
FDA Reports Some E-cigarette Users Are Having SeizuresThe U.S. Food and Drug and Administration (FDA) has become aware that some people who use e-cigarettes have experienced seizures, with most reports involving young people.
The FDA and poison control centers receive voluntary adverse experience reports about tobacco products. After examining...Wed, 03 Apr 2019 19:15:00 GMThttp://www.ri.gov/press/view/35589
Media Advisory: Rhode Island's Cross-Campus Learning Collaborative Kicks Off Sexual Assault Awareness Month with Photo-documentary Event at the State House On Friday, April 5th at 3:00pm, the Cross-Campus Learning Collaborative will host a free event at the State House to mark Sexual Assault Awareness Month. The event will showcase Rhode Island native, Kate Ryan's Signed, X, a photographic documentary of the lives of survivors of sexual violence. Ryan,Wed, 03 Apr 2019 14:00:00 GMThttp://www.ri.gov/press/view/35584
PFAS Sampling to Start on Select Water Systems in Rhode IslandAs a part of efforts to ensure the health and safety of Rhode Island's drinking water supply, the Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) and researchers from Brown University will begin sampling at approximately 50 water systems throughout the state next week to collect data on a group of...Thu, 21 Mar 2019 18:00:00 GMThttp://www.ri.gov/press/view/35491
Raw Turkey Products RecalledThe Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) is advising consumers that Butterball, LLC is recalling 78,164 pounds of raw ground turkey products that may be contaminated with Salmonella Schwarzengrund.
The prepacked raw ground turkey was produced on July 7, 2018. The following products are...Fri, 15 Mar 2019 16:30:00 GMThttp://www.ri.gov/press/view/35446
Pillsbury Unbleached All-Purpose Flour Being RecalledThe Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) is advising consumers that the Hometown Food Company is recalling two lot codes of its five-pound bags of Pillsbury Unbleached All-Purpose Flour because they may be contaminated with Salmonella.
Roughly 12,245 cases of impacted products were...Wed, 13 Mar 2019 20:30:00 GMThttp://www.ri.gov/press/view/35430
New EMS Data Indicate Continued Need for Community Naloxone Use New Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) data indicate that more than a third of the opioid overdose calls to which Emergency Medical Services (EMS) responded in Rhode Island in 2018 occurred in public places. Public health leaders are again urging all Rhode Islanders who are comfortable doing Mon, 11 Mar 2019 13:45:00 GMThttp://www.ri.gov/press/view/35413
Thrive Market Recalling Nut ButtersThe Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) is advising consumers that Thrive Market is recalling all unexpired lots of the Thrive Market brand nut butters listed below due to the potential for contamination with Listeria monocytogenes.
- Thrive Market Organic Creamy Almond Butter
- Thrive...Mon, 28 Jan 2019 21:15:00 GMThttp://www.ri.gov/press/view/35138